This 50th Anniversary volume, containing a foreword and working sketches by Ray presents the first authorized publication of the Apu Trilogy scripts in their entirety along with
extensive interviews with Ray himself. Fresh material special to this edition is an expansive interview with Ray by Shyam Benegal, himself a leading filmmaker with several award winning
films to his credit. In the interaction between the two directors, Ray talks about early influences, the experience of making the Apu Trilogy, the importance of music and the
portrayal of women in his film as well as other aspects of his craft. This edition also includes a complete filmography.
